Job Summary

The successful candidate will provide a wide range of administrative support for the Vice President for Ethics and Compliance, including supervision of Non-exempt staff and student employees.  The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to work on highly sensitive matters with compassion and discretion.  Serve as department office manager.  Engage in budgeting and controlling cost in partnership with Director of Financial Affairs.  Participate in the hiring and supervision of support staff.  Evaluate performance of support staff.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Business Administration, Management or a related field
• Two or more years of experience in a high-level administrative support role
• Consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of required education and related work experience
• Skilled in using discretion and independent judgment to make sound decisions balancing facts, priorities, and possible outcomes
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality
• Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail
• Advanced computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, web conferencing tools, etc.
• Skilled in collaborating and communicating to build relationships with individuals at all levels within and external to the university to support department needs
• Skilled in interpreting policies and procedures to proactively resolve issues
• Skilled in identifying problems, generating ideas for improvement, and recommending or implementing solutions
• Skilled in using discretion regarding when to involve the Executive, when to resolve issues independently, or when to engage others.
• Ability to make decisions quickly and adjust as needs arise in a high-pressure environment
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

What We Want You To Know:

• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check is required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Purdue University is an EO/EA University.